Prime Minister Narendra Modi continued his tradition of celebrating the festival of Diwali with soldiers. Image: Special Arrangement

This year, he marked Diwali with jawans of the Border Security Force stationed in Gujarat’s Kutch. Image: Special Arrangement

He visited the BSF outpost along the western border interacted with soldiers and shared Diwali greetings and sweets. Image: Special Arrangement

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also celebrated the festival of lights with armed forces personnel in Tezpur, Assam. Image Source: X/@rajnathsingh

Addressing the soldiers, Singh spoke about the disengagement between India and China along the Line of Actual Control. “We have reached a consensus following our continuous efforts. We achieved this success due to your discipline and courage,” he said. Image Source: X/@rajnathsingh

Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Eastern Command Lieutenant General RC Tewari, and General Officer Commanding of 4 Corps Lieutenant General Gambhir Singh were among the other senior officials with the Defence Minister. Image Source: X/@rajnathsingh

He also praised the concept of Barakhana which is a military event held on special occasions. During Barkhana, troops of all ranks eat together to promote camaraderie and unity among all ranks. Image Source: X/@rajnathsingh